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Yamadera Rock Temple
山寺Yamagata · Tohoku
Yamadera Rock Temple, also known as Risshaku-ji, is a stunning temple complex perched on a mountainside, accessible by 1015 stone steps. It is famous for its breathtaking views and the haiku composed by Matsuo Basho, who found inspiration in its serene surroundings.
- Best season
- Autumn
- Autumn for the beautiful fall foliage
- Crowd level
- Popular
- Rating
- 4.5· 9,178 reviews
- Opening hours
- Daily 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
- Admission
- 入山料 (mountain entry): adults ¥500, children 4+ ¥200; groups of 30+ ¥400 adult. Cash only. Treasure hall (宝物殿) and some sub-halls may charge separately.
- Nearest station
- Omoshiroyama-Kōgen Station
- Website
- rissyakuji.jp
Usual hours — confirm with the official site for holidays + seasonal closures.
Today
8:00–16:00Admission
- 入山料 (mountain entry): adults ¥500, children 4+ ¥200; groups of 30+ ¥400 adult. Cash only. Treasure hall (宝物殿) and some sub-halls may charge separately.
Stored weekly hours
Daily 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
How to get there
From Sendai Station · ~1h 16m by car
Tags
templehikinghaiku
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